What are the types of car insurance? There are more types of car insurance than you might think, and not all are created equal. It’s pretty easy to check your state’s laws and figure out the bare ...

Did you know there are eight types of car insurance? Some are required by law and vary depending on where you live, while others are optional. We’ll break down each type to help you figure out which ...

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Auto liability insurance is required in most states—but what does it actually cover? Here's how it works and why it's essential for every driver Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side ...

The price of car insurance continues to accelerate: In November 2025, the average cost of a full coverage auto policy is $2,697 a year, according to Bankrate data, or about $225 a month. That's 12% ...

If you're a business owner, your personal auto insurance won't cover cars, trucks, or other vehicles you use for work. Commercial auto insurance can provide liability, collision and comprehensive ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

Chris Kissell has been a journalist for three decades and has written extensively about insurance and other personal finance topics for the past 20 years. For the last 14 years, he has been a ...